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Why did I choose to commute to university?

Owen and Tiffani share their stories on why they decided to commute from home and give us some of their top tips.

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Placements and careers tips

Aura shares her top tips on placements and careers throughout your student journey.

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Anthonia Taiwo - MSc Cyber Security

Anthonia studied MSc Cyber Security and was inspired to choose this course by my natural curiosity about computer systems and a desire to tackle the growing challenges of cybercrime.

How Business students are creating content, building confidence and preparing for industry

Business students are building real-world skills through a new podcasting space, creating content, growing confidence and gaining hands-on experience in a supportive, industry-focused environment.

Staying connected and building confidence in Psychology of Sport and Exercise

Psychology of Sport and Exercise students share how distance learning still feels connected, with strong peer support, collaboration, and a real sense of community at University of Staffordshire.

From classroom research to conference presentations: Al’s Psychology journey

Psychology student Al Payne shares how a research module led to a paid assistantship, conference presentations, and real-world experience supported by expert lecturers at University of Staffordshire.

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Cyber Security Student Binita nominated for Inspirational Youth Award

Final year cyber security student has been nominated for the Inspirational Youth Awards 2026 for inspiring the next generation of young people to pursue STEAM careers.

Which Education Path Fits You?

Explore which education degree suits your career goals, whether you want to teach, support learners, or gain a professional qualification while working.

Visitor Attraction Student Shares Business Success on BBC Radio Stoke

Visitor Attraction and Resort Management student Brad Charlton-Wells shares how he’s growing BrickLab Academy alongside his studies on BBC Radio Stoke.

Which Sport Career Path Fits You?

Love sport but unsure which path to take? Find the degree that fits your interests, strengths and long-term career ambitions.

Sector-Leading Employability Practice in Games: Conversations with UCAS

Sector-Leading Employability Practice in Games. Professor Chris Headleand shares how industry partnerships, flexible placements and careers-first design shape confident, future-ready graduates.

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Which Business Path Fits You?

You don’t need to have it all figured out. But you might already know what excites you. Discover which Staffordshire Business School course fits your interests, strengths and future goals.

Why you should study Early Childhood Studies at University of Staffordshire

Interested in studying Early Childhood Studies? Here's what makes our course at University of Staffordshire a strong and reliable option.

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Sophie Slim (Graphic Design) - Alumni profile

Sophie Slim graduated with a BA (Hons) Graphic Design, and with an MA in Graphic Design. Sophie currently works as a Junior Designer at Girl&Bear.

Fine Art highlights - Semester 1

Highlights from the Fine Art course

Mechanical Engineering - Semester 1 highlights

Highlights from the Mechanical Engineering course

Electrical and Electronic Engineering - Semester 1 highlights

Highlights from across our Electrical and Electronic Engineering degree.

Aeronautical Engineering - Semester 1 highlights

Highlights from this semester across our Aeronautical Engineering course.

Photography highlights - Semester 1

Semester highlights from our dynamic photography course

Art and Design (Foundation Year) highlights

Highlights from our talented Foundation Year in Art and Design students.

Fashion highlights - Semester 1

Some highlights from our vibrant Fashion course

Music and Sound highlights - Semester 1

Highlights from our dynamic music production and sound design courses

Product, Furniture, Ceramics highlights - Semester 1

Highlights from this semester across Product, Furniture, Ceramics

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Film Production highlights - Semester 1

Highlights from the last semester across Film Production

How to Win The Traitors (According to Psychology)

How to Win The Traitors (According to Psychology)

Could you win The Traitors? A psychologist explains deception, trust and why spotting a liar is harder than it looks.

Automotive & Transport Design highlights - Semester 1

An industry brief highlight from our dynamic Automotive and Transport Design degree.

Cartoon and Comic Art - Semester highlights

Highlights from the talented students from Cartoon and Comic Arts

Graphic Design Highlights - Semester 1

The latest highlights from the talented students on our Graphic Design degree

Architecture Highlights - Semester 1

The Bamboo Thresholds Project is the third iteration of the Vertical Live Studio offered to the BArch (Hons) Architecture students.

Ask the expert: What you should look for when choosing a university to study Business?

Discover what to look for in a Business degree, including teaching quality, employability, real-world experience, industry links, and expert academics.

Foundation Year in Art and Design: applicant portfolio review advice

Expert tips and tricks for applicant portfolio reviews for Foundation Year in Art and Design at University of Staffordshire.

Student spotlight: Sport & Exercise student Isabella’s first few weeks

Discover how Sport and Exercise student Isabella found personalised support, hands-on access to specialist facilities, and tailored career guidance after transferring to University of Staffordshire.

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Product, Furniture, Ceramics applicant portfolio review advice

Expert tips and tricks for applicant portfolio reviews for BA (Hons) Product, Furniture, Ceramics at University of Staffordshire.

Graduating student Interview

From Student to Professional Practice: Clara’s Story

Graduating undergraduate student Elysia Interviews MSc Counselling, and former Psychology undergraduate, student Clara on her journey to professional practice.

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Bright Eyed and Bushy Tailed

A reflection from a Psychology undergraduate student on a placement year working in Refuge and Asylum Support.

From Wallflower to Therapist

Level 5 Psychology student Cassy reflects on her first few days at University of Staffordshire as a new student.

Rahul Ramsai - Animation

Animation graduate Rahul shares an international perspective on  studying Animation at University of Staffordshire.

Help funding your Postgraduate study

Continuing to postgraduate study is a big decision. This page explains the financial support (Loans and grants) available to applicants.

Mark Maher - Vintage tech restoration business leads to hit Youtube channel

Electrical Engineering graduate, Mark went from a Technical Manager role to business owner role, to Youtube.

MA Ceramics students work with Lucideon on UK first for ultra-high temperature ceramic material for centenary Stoke-on-Trent mace

MA Ceramics students have worked with local materials science consultancy Lucideon to incorporate a new ultra-high temperature ceramic material in the centenary mace they have designed for the city.

Sustainability Matters 2025

Our June 2025 sustainability update from our Executive Lead for Sustainability.

The Betty Smithers Design Collection on tour

An exhibition of vintage fashion from The Betty Smithers Design Collection archive, curated by Senior Lecturer Angela Devoti, was hosted by The Williamson Art Gallery in Birkenhead, Liverpool

Preparing for Postgraduate Study with Danny Rogers

Danny is studying for a PGCE Secondary Physical Education. Here are Danny's top tips for starting postgraduate study

Product, Furniture, Ceramics Highlights

This semester's highlights and achievements on our exciting BA (Hons) Product, Furniture, Ceramics degree.

Fashion Highlights

Highlights from our vibrant, award-winning BA (Hons) Fashion degree.

Highlights from BA (Hons) Graphic Design

Brief Case award wins, Amsterdam and more: Highlights from our popular Graphic Design degree.

BA (Hons) Photography Highlights

Guest speakers, workshops, visiting Amsterdam: Highlights from across our dynamic Photography degree.

Cartoon and Comic Arts Highlights

This semester's highlights from our vibrant and popular BA (Hons) Cartoon and Comic Arts degree.

Illustration Highlights

Highlights from across the semester on our vibrant BA (Hons) Illustration degree.

Alumni Leo Wright, fresh from Aardman, with new film ‘The Big Bad Wolf’

Animation Highlights

Some highlights from our innovative and creative BA (Hons) Animation degree this semester.

Music and Sound Highlights

Exciting highlights from across our dynamic Music Production and Sound Design degrees this semester.

Students from Belgium travel to use our cutting-edge crime scene simulation and analysis facilities

Students from Belgium came to use our cutting-edge simulation facilities to learn all about crime scene investigation, and put their learning into practice in safe environments.

Case File to Court - student experience

Level 6 Policing and Criminal Investigation student Shannon McDarby talks about her experience on our module ‘Case File to Court’ and the practical skills she learned.

BEng (Hons) Automotive and Motorsport Engineering Highlights

Highlights from this semester across our exciting and popular Automotive and Motorsport Engineering degree.

Electrical and Electronic Engineering Highlights

This semester's highlights from across our exciting BEng (Hons) Electrical and Electronic Engineering degree.

Mechanical Engineering Highlights

Some of the highlights from our BEng (Hons) Mechanical Engineering degree this semester.

Architecture students collaborate on exciting community project

Architecture students took part in an exciting collaboration with several professional organisations, including the British Ceramics Biennial to design a children’s playground for the community.

Aeronautical Engineering Highlights

Exciting highlights from this semester from our BEng (Hons) Aeronautical Engineering degree.

Fine Art Highlights

Exciting highlights from across our highly regarded BA (Hons) Fine Art degree this semester.

Foundation Year in Art and Design Highlights

Highlights from this semester for our Art and Design Foundation Year students.

Automotive & Transport Design Highlights

Exciting highlights from this semester on our industry focused BA (Hons) Automotive & Transport Design degree.

Film Production students visit short film festival Clermont-Ferrand in France

30 students from the BA (Hons) Film Production course spent 6 days immersed in the world of short films at the 2025 Clermont-Ferrand International Short Film Festival.

Portfolio advice for Fashion students

If you're applying for our Fashion degree, you may be looking for some advice on what we're looking for in your creative portfolio.

Co-creating an anti-racist manifesto for Health and Social Care Settings.

Students from level 4, 5 and 6 of the BSc Health and Social Care at University of Staffordshire joined together in an off timetabled day to co-create an anti-racist health and social care manifesto.

Freedom Law Clinic

Law and Criminology students from the University of Staffordshire are currently developing their knowledge and professional skills in the field of criminal appeal cases.

Laws Students group photo at Manchester Civil Justice Centre

Laws Students Trip to Manchester Civil Justice Centre

Undergraduate law student Olivia Van Spriel, shares her experience on the opportunity to visit Manchester Civil Justice Centre.

More Film Production Highlights

More highlights from across BA (Hons) Film Production this semester.

Film Production Highlights

Some of the exciting highlights from across BA (Hons) Film Production at University of Staffordshire this semester.

Art and Design students sell their wares at the Winter Fair

Annual Winter Fair give opportunity for Art and Design students to curate their own stalls and sell their work on campus.

Exhibition by Ukranian artist explores war, memory and resilience in her home country

Fine Art student, Yuliia Holovatiuk-Ungureanu recently took over the Henrion Gallery with her second exhibition, bringing the reality home of the war in Ukraine.

Jay Vernon receiving his award for Academic Mentor of the Year

Student Union award wins for psychology academics

This year our Psychology team scooped awards for Academic Mentor of the Year and Lecturer I’m Never Late For.

Fine Art students collaborate during performance by The London Tango Quintet

Second year Fine Art student James Blair works as creative producer alongside local arts group to capture the atmosphere of live music performance.

Industry-Led Mock Interviews for Game Students

At University of Staffordshire, we prepare our students for their career journey by organising our award-winning industry led Mock Interviews for all of our final year game students.

University of Staffordshire Music & Sound Academics edit book on their annual electronic and experimental music event: NoiseFloor

Associate Professors at University of Staffordshire, Dr Dave Payling and Dr Marc Estiberio have curated a perspective on their annual NoiseFloor events

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Unlocking creativity: Life drawing experiences for Games students

At the Games Institute, we emphasise the importance of hands-on, observational learning for developing creative skills.

Film and Media Professor Dr Mark McKenna publishes Big Wednesday book

Dr Mark McKenna, Associate Professor of Film and Media Industries, has published his fourth book, ’Big Wednesday: Lamenting Lost Youth in the New Hollywood’ with Routledge.

Film and Media Professor Dr Mark McKenna explores Rocky's Philadelphia

Dr McKenna, Associate Professor of Film and Media Industries has just returned from Philadelphia where he was working on part one of a research project examining film stardom in the post studio era.

Student Experience - Trip to Houses of Parliament

The trip was arranged for students from a range of courses, including, Health and Social Care Social Work Apprenticeship, Biomedical science, Law, Security and Intelligence.

Laura Correia - Nursing Practice (Adult)

Adult Nurse, Laura talks about spiritual healthcare and what nursing means to her.

My placement year with the Prison Advice and Care Trust

Forensic Psychology student Hana Bosworth helped to reunite prisoners with their families as part of her placement work.

5 alternative careers following a biomedical science degree

So, you’re thinking about studying Biomedical Science? Great choice!

5 ways you'll get work-ready with University of Staffordshire

At University of Staffordshire, we’ll not only help you explore the fascinating field of psychology but also equip you with the skills and experiences needed to succeed in your future career.

Film and Media Lecturer Dr Andy Stubbs-Lacy publishes indie film monograph

The Talent Management of Indie Authorship: From American independent cinema and short "films" to pay-TV and streaming

Reflections of a sport undergraduate

Ever wondered what it's like to study sport at university?

Award win for furniture designer at New Designers

Graduate Furniture Designer Millie Whitrow has secured one of the top prizes at the New Designers exhibition in London with her ‘Family Tree’ chair design.

Five exciting simulations on our paramedic science undergraduate degree

We’ve collated just some of the exciting simulation experiences our students gain in the first year of their paramedic training at University of Staffordshire.

Photography: Portfolio advice for applicants

Want to study BA (Hons) Photography with us? We’ve got some expert tips and tricks of the trade to help with your application portfolio.

Film and Media Professor Dr Agata Lulkowska publishes essential filmmaking book

University of Staffordshire Professor Dr Agata Lulkowska publishes essential filmmaking book

Student Experience - Adult Nursing Placement, sexual health setting

Adult Nursing student, Emily, shares some of her experiences on her recent placement in a sexual health setting. The placement involved working with patients of all ages from as young as 13.

Sustainability Matters 2024

Our June 2024 sustainability update from our Executive Lead for Sustainability.

Fully-Funded Scholarships - Remote Fiji Internships

We can help you access a Remote Internship program contributing to international sustainable development and gaining a unique practical experience, whilst working from home.

Student Experience - Trip to Lower Saxony Police Academy

Policing and Criminal Investigation student, Daniel Yasein, talks about the opportunity to visit Lower Saxony Police Academy in Germany, and the highlights of the experience.

Business in Bengaluru, India

Are you studying a Business related degree? Join us for a 1 week programme during February 2025 - provided by our exchange partner Dayananda Sagar University (DSU), Bengaluru, India.

Simona's experience as an ODP (Operating Department Practice) student

Welcome to the world of Operating Department Practitioners (ODPs), where every heartbeat matters and every second counts.

Blog: 8 reasons to study early childhood education

Welcome to our blog post! In this post we’re highlighting some of the key reasons why studying early childhood education is a fantastic choice.

Life of a University of Staffordshire London Student

Find out what Modie Badamasi, Year 2, BSc Computer Games Design with Animation (with a Placement Year) usually does as we take a glimpse into his typical day.

Research spotlight: Grandparent Special Guardians’ lived experiences

A study to develop further insights into the experiences of grandparents taking on the role of Special Guardianship and the subsequent impact on relationships within the family.

International student internships in Taiwan

Internships will be a maximum of three months, from May 2024 to January 2025. While students can schedule the internship based on their academic year, the placement must start before January 2025.

Abi on Faith and Disability

Hear from Nursing Practice (Child) student, Abi, on Faith and Disability.

Sanjay on Culture

Hear from Computer Science student, Sanjay, on Culture.

for Career Prospects

Whatuni Student Choice Awards 2025

for Social Inclusion

The Times and Sunday Times Good University Guide 2026

for First Generation Students

The Mail University Guide 2026

in the UK for Games Education

Rookies Games Design and Development 2023, 2025

TIGA Best Games Institution 2024, 2025

of Research is “Internationally Excellent” or “World Leading”

Research Excellence Framework 2021

of Research Impact is ‘Outstanding’ or ‘Very Considerable’

Research Excellence Framework 2021